The senators made the request to delay the April 21 release of Hospital Compare star ratings in an April 11 letter to CMS. A similar letter is circulating in the House, led by Reps. Jim Renacci (R-OH) and Bill Pascrell (D-NJ). Last month, America’s Essential Hospitals sent a letter to CMS that urged the agency to re-examine its final star ratings methodology. On Tuesday, the association also distributed an issues overview and response document to help members prepare for the ratings’ release.

In other news, the House continues its efforts to pass a budget resolution, and both the House and Senate continue work on spending bills. The House also is slated to advance a Senate-passed measure allowing an expedited U.S. Food and Drug Administration review process for Zika treatments.

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Jocelyn Wiles is the manager of legislative affairs at America's Essential Hospitals.

About America’s Essential Hospitals

America’s Essential Hospitals is the leading association and champion for hospitals and health systems dedicated to high-quality care for all, including the most vulnerable. Since 1981, America’s Essential Hospitals has initiated, advanced, and preserved programs and policies that help these hospitals ensure access to care. We support members with advocacy, policy development, research, and education.